How should I use tedizolid?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Tedizolid oral is taken by mouth. Take this medicine at the same time each day, with or without food.
Tedizolid injection is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself. The injection must be given slowly, and the infusion can take at least 1 hour to complete.
Tedizolid injection must be mixed with a liquid (diluent) before using it. When using injections by yourself, be sure you understand how to properly mix and store the medicine. Use only the diluent provided with your medicine.
Gently swirl but do not shake the mixed medicine. Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Use tedizolid for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. Tedizolid will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
Store tedizolid tablets at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Keep each tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it. Prepare your tedizolid injection dose only when you are ready to give an injection.
After mixing tedizolid injection, you may store the mixture for up to 24 hours at room temperature or in a refrigerator.
Each single-use vial (bottle) of tedizolid injection is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container. Follow state or local laws about how to dispose of this container. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.